

Mission
The Mission of Virginia's Recovery Conference Initiative is to celebrate champions of recovery, unify Peer Recovery Specialists, and build bridges of understanding with clinical colleagues, community partners, and organizations across Virginia.
Vision
We envision Virginia as an integrated recovery-oriented system of care where Peer Recovery Specialists are valued for being champions, building connection, and offering support to individuals with mental health and substance use challenges.
Key Note Speakers
We are excited to announce this year's keynote speakers!


VIRGINIA RECOVERY CONFERENCE 2025
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The Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery Alliance (SAARA), in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Office of Recovery Services (ORS), is pleased to announce the launch of the 2025 Mini Grant Program to support organizations engaged in behavioral health and SUD advocacy, education, or support initiatives. The program aims to promote Recovery Month 2025 (September) while emphasizing the vital role of peer support in recovery and community wellness.
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Thanks to support from the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services, we will award 26 mini grants of $2,500 each—a total investment of $65,000—to fuel community-driven recovery projects across the Commonwealth.
“Peer-run organizations know best what their communities need,” said Victor McKenzie Jr., Executive Director of SAARA. “These mini grants put flexible dollars directly in their hands so they can keep people on the path to long-term recovery.”
Grant Amount $2500

2025 TOOLKIT IS HERE!
MORE TO COME SOON!
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PEERS THRIVE IN 2025
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Official 2025 Logo
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2025 Logo
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Peers Thrive in 2025 PHOTO FRAME
EVERY YEAR IS YEAR OF THE PEER
Song Submission
"SOAR"
Written By: James Swisher (Peer Recovery Specialist Intern With Robin's Hope)
Performed By: Lauren Swisher (James' Sister)
Thank You For This Beautiful Song!
VIRGINIA YEAR OF THE PEER 2023 HIGHLIGHTS
"WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS"
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